Water Resources Engineer in Oxford

As a major engineering, environmental and design consultancy, AtkinsRéalis offers opportunities for talented professionals to work on a wide variety of high‑profile projects. We support our clients in making the right strategic investment decisions for critical infrastructure in areas as diverse as water resources, flood management, green infrastructure and transportation. We work for clients across the UK and overseas, including central government, regulators, water companies, NGOs and local authorities.

Our highly respected Water Management Consultancy team is at the forefront of managing the challenges of providing resilient and sustainable water supplies for the future. With several significant wins recently across the country, our key projects include delivering Water Resource Management Plans and developing high‑profile Strategic Resource Options (SROs). Our team specialises in the concept‑level design and development of water resource systems all the way from existing, enhanced or new raw water sources through to potable water distribution to customers. We support our clients throughout identification, appraisal and decision‑making stages. This typically encompasses the engineering design and viability, environmental assessment and financial appraisal stages, drawing in specialists from our multi‑disciplinary teams.

Your role involves delivering water resource planning and optioneering across our extensive client portfolio, contributing to our reputation for technical excellence. You will be part of a dynamic and energised project delivery team, working alongside specialists from other disciplines where appropriate. Your responsibilities include:

• Delivering technical appraisals and making informed recommendations for engineering decisions and judgements to the delivery team lead.
• Proactively seeking improvements to the development and representation of technical options in decision-making processes.
• Producing high‑quality deliverables and analysing, interpreting and presenting complex data.
• Ensuring clear traceability of information, data and consistency within the delivery workflow.
• Maintaining relationships with key clients, strengthening your own and AtkinsRéalis’ reputation in water resource option development and appraisal.

About you: You should have experience working in the UK water industry and technical contribution to water resource planning, water supply or similar projects. Key skills include:

• Excellent problem‑solving ability and capability to carry out concept level engineering design development and appraisal tasks.
• Ability to see the ‘bigger picture’ while providing attention to detail to ensure robustness in both concept and engineering viability.
• An appreciation of raw and potable water supply transfer systems, water storage and treatment.
• Understanding of delivery, implementation and operational risks associated with water resource and water supply projects.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to contribute to technical discussions logically and coherently.
• Clear technical writing and presentation skills, including visualisation and interpretation of complex data.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, flexible outlook.
• Relevant degree or vocational qualification, preferably in a civil engineering subject area.
• Working towards Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (i.e. ICE or CIWEM) would be advantageous.

Rewards & benefits: Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.